Senior Network Engineer Team Lead

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Design, manage, and support statewide LAN/WAN, Internet access, disaster recovery (DR), wireless, and VPN services Install, maintain, and troubleshoot routers, switches, and wireless technologies Review and recommend enhancements to the college’s data and telecommunications infrastructure to drive continuous service improvement Keep current with evolving network hardware and software capabilities and incorporate best‑practice standards Analyze assigned problems and develop solutions; guide the end‑to‑end implementation of network projects Develop communication plans for both planned and unplanned outages Maintain accurate records of all maintenance, inventory, and security measures associated with the college network infrastructure Maintain high standards of quality by developing effective operational procedures and system documentation Provide mentoring leadership to the statewide network engineering team Share expertise with peers and foster a team‑oriented environment Work effectively and diplomatically with peers, customers, and external entities Present technical sessions and serve on task forces as requested SUPERVISION RECEIVED Assistant Vice President of Information and Network Security SUPERVISION GIVEN None HIRING RANGE $105,000 - $115,000 EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Associate’s degree in a related field with documented work experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Five or more years of hands‑on work experience in a technical environment. Experience in higher education preferred. Extensive experience with Cisco and Juniper environments. Extensive experience with OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and Multicast. Extensive experience with enterprise network design and architecture. Demonstrated ability to evaluate and diagnose network and application performance issues. Strong network documentation skills and experience creating network diagrams. Experience with QoS, VLANs, ACLs, PBR, IP SLAs, HA technologies. Experience with different types of wiring, cable types, and standards. Experience with optical multiplexing technologies. Experience with common network protocols and services. Experience configuring and deploying different types of VPN technologies. Familiarity with Zero Trust networking principles and network security best practices, with a willingness to help evaluate and implement a Zero Trust framework. Experience with enterprise network management and monitoring solutions. Outstanding oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. DESIRED SKILLS Production experience with software‑defined networks API network management. Production experience with Nexus, Meraki, ACI, Mist, and UCS platforms. Professional certifications: CCNP, JNCIP. BENEFITS Health & Wellness Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution. Dental plan with no‑cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia. Vision plan with low‑cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses. Employee Assistance Program offering no‑cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources. Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards. Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care. Retirement & Financial Security 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years. Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage. Short‑term and long‑term disability benefits. Educational Benefits – fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children; tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Paid professional development opportunities. Work‑Life Balance Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess. Flexible work arrangements where available. Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks). Paid parental leave (4 weeks). Additional Perks – eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services. EEO STATEMENT Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by TitleIX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to TitleIX may be referred to the College’s TitleIX Coordinator or to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights. #J-18808-Ljbffr